UNION TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION



NOTE: Due to a failure of the recording device used to record the actual minutes of this meeting, these written minutes were prepared from written notes that were taken. Only the names of individuals who spoke during public comment are recorded herein and not all of their comments are recorded herein. All roll-call votes are accurately set forth in these minutes as they are written.

TO ALL BOARD OF EDUCATION MEMBERS:

The Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the Township of Union will be held on July 19 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at James Caulfield Administration Building, 2369 Morris Avenue, Union, New Jersey.

The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Township of Union was held at James Caulfield Administration Building, 2369 Morris Avenue Union, New Jersey on July 19, 2011 at 7:00 p.m.., pursuant to notice sent to each board member.

PRESENT AT ROLL CALL: Mr. David Arminio, Mr. Richard Galante, Mrs. Linda Gaglione, Mr. Thomas Layden, Mrs. Versie McNeil, Mr. Vito Nufrio, Mr. Francis Perkins, President; and Mrs. Judy Salazar

ABSENT AT ROLL CALL: None

Mr. Perkins called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Mrs. Salazar led the board and audience members in the Pledge of Allegiance.

The secretary read the statement required under the “Open Public Meetings Act”, a copy of which is on file in the office of the secretary.

FILL BOARD MEMBER VACANCY

Mr. Perkins stated that due to the resignation of Eduardo Espinal there was a vacant seat on the board. He stated that the vacancy was advertised and interested candidates were asked to forward letters of interest to the board by a certain date. Mr. Perkins stated that an ad hoc committee was formed to review applications and interview candidates. The committee recommended that Gary Abraham be appointed to fill the vacant seat.

AD-HOC COMMITTEE TO FILL BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY

Moved by Mr. Nufrio, seconded by Mrs. McNeil that Gary Abraham be appointed to fill the vacant seat created by the resignation of Eduardo Espinal.

AYE: Mr. Arminio, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Galante, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

Mr. Abraham took the oath of office which was administered by Mr. Damato.

COMMUNICATION

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – GETSINGER

Merideth Getsinger, social studies teacher at Union High School, submitted a letter of resignation, effective July 1, 2011.

REQUEST FOR UNPAID MEDICAL LEAVE – PEDERSON

Jody L. Pederson, World Language Teacher at Union High School, submitted a request for unpaid medical leave, for the 2011-2012 school year.

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – MARANO

Kim Marano, guidance counselor at Kawameeh Middle School, submitted a letter of resignation, effective July 1, 2011.

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – SEIDEN

Ruth Seiden, special education teacher at Burnet Letter of resignation for the purpose of retirement, effective July 1, 2011.

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – FIRAVANTI

Danielle Firavanti, English teacher at Union High School, submitted a letter of resignation, effective July 1, 2011.

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – INTVELDT

Caroline Intveldt letter of resignation from Caroline Intveldt, science teacher at Burnet Middle School, effective July 1, 2011.

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – ROMANYSHYN

Danielle Romanyschyn classroom assistant at Hannah Caldwell School, submitted a letter of resignation, effective July 1, 2011.

LETTER OF RESIGNATION – LOGUIDICE

Alina Loguidice, classroom assistant at Hannah Caldwell School, submitted a letter of resignation, effective immediately.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Martin presented a Power Point presentation regarding the success of the Saturday Academy session which took place the previous school year. A copy of the Power Point presentation is attached as a part of these minutes.

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA

Ms. Hall commented on resolution P-10 (Proposal for Professional Services in the area of student support – Trinitas Regional Medical Center)

Ms. Ciampi commented on resolution O-4 (Purchase of equipment from Morris Union Jointure Commission)

Ms. Shannon commented on resolution E-3 (Amend list of students removed from the rolls) and P-23 (Create position and job description – Human Resources Manager)

Ms. Sharp commented on resolution P-12 (Increase weekly hours – Herrigel)

Ms. Beckford, Mr. Monhay, Ms. Maximo, Ms. Sharp, Mr. Speckford, Ms. Manilla and Ms. Mahonye all commented on resolution O-5 (Approve proposal for renewal of food service contract – Aramark).

Ms. Lipstein commented on resolution E-8 (Establishment of Autism program at Franklin Elementary School)

EDUCATION/STUDENT DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

Moved by Mrs. McNeil, seconded by Mr. Nufrio, that the following resolutions be adopted:

E-1. AMEND LIST OF STUDENTS ATTENDING UNION COUNTY VOCATIONAL/ TECHNICAL SCHOOL FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board amend list of students who will be attending Union County Vocational/Technical School for the 2011-2012 school year in accordance with the information appended to the nonpublic portion of these minutes.

E-2. APPROVE 2011-2012 OUT-OF-DISTRICT ATYPICAL STUDENT PLACEMENT AND TUITIONS

That the board approve 2011-2012 Out-of-District Atypical Student Placement and tuitions in accordance with the information appended to the nonpublic portion of these minutes.

E-3. AMEND LIST OF STUDENTS REMOVED FROM THE ROLLS

That approval be given to amend the list of students removed from the rolls [six (6) students exited from June 1st through June 30th 2011 for a total of forty-three (43) students for the 2010-2011 school year] who are not domiciled in this school district in accordance with the information appended to the nonpublic portion of these minutes.

E-4. APPROVE PARENT/PUPIL TRANSPORTATION CONTRACT FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board enter into parent/pupil transportation contract for the 2011-2012 school year at a rate of $70 per day (no increase from 2010-2011 school year): (a) To transport student B.G. to and from the Lakeview School in Edison from July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012.

E-5. APPROVE TUITION AGREEMENT CONTRACT – UNION COUNTY VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL CONTRACT WITH UNION COUNTY VOCATIONAL-TECHNICAL SCHOOLS

That the board approve Tuition Agreement Contract with Union County Vocational-Technical Schools for the 2011-2012 school year in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

E-6. APPROVE REVISED 2011 DISTRICT IN NEED OF IMPROVEMENT (DINI) PLAN

That the board approve revised 2011 District In Need of Improvement (DINI) Plan in accordance with the information in the hands of each board member.

E-7. APPROVE STUDENTS OF STAFF MEMBERS TO ATTEND UNION SCHOOLS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve the following students of staff members to attend Union Schools for the 2011-2012 school year at no charge: (a) T.O.M. – kindergarten, Connecticut Farms School; (b) N.P. – half-day preschool disabled class in a school to be determined based upon availability; (c) J.P. – kindergarten, Battle Hill School

E-8. APPROVE ESTABLISHMENT OF AUTISM PROGRAM – FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

That the board approve establishment of an Autism program at Franklin Elementary School effective September 7, 2011 in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

FISCAL AND PLANNING COMMITTEE

Moved by Mrs. Gaglione, seconded by Mr. Arminio that the following resolutions be adopted:

F-1. ACCEPT TREASURER’S REPORT

That the Treasurer’s Report dated June 30, 2011 be accepted.

F-2. ACCEPT SECRETARY’S REPORT

That the Secretary’s Report dated June 30, 2011 be accepted.

F-3. CERTIFY TREASURER’S AND SECRETARY’S REPORTS

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(d), I certify that as of June 30, 2011 no budgetary line item account has obligations and payments (contractual orders) which in total exceed the amount appropriated by the district board of education pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:22-8 and 18:22-8.1.

___________________________ __________________

James J. Damato Dated

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(e), we certify that as of June 30, 2011 after review of the secretary’s monthly financial report (appropriate section) and upon consultation with the appropriate district officials that to the best of our knowledge no major account or fund has been over-expended in violation of N.J.A.C. 6:20-2.13(b) and that sufficient funds are available to meet the district’s financial obligations for the remainder of the fiscal year. This certification is solely based on the information provided by the School Business Administrator and Board Secretary and is assumed by the board to be correct.

F-4. APPROVE CONTRACTS AND/OR PURCHASE ORDERS PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5 and 18A:18A-10(a)

That the Board approve the following contracts and/or purchase orders pursuant to the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:18A-5 and 18A:18A-10(a) and in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

F-5. RENEW PETTY CASH FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the Board renew the following petty cash fund for the 2011-2012 school year:

Report Voucher

Fund Amt Expend Res.Ind. Period Form End of Fiscal Year

Sec’y $500 $500 J. Damato Annual Board Unused sum

returned to

General Fund

F-6. AUTHORIZE BOARD SECRETARY TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR VARIOUS SCHOOL NEEDS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the Board Secretary be authorized to advertise for bids for various school needs for the 2011-2012 school year.

F-7. APPROVE LINE ITEM TRANSFERS

That the Board approve line item transfers in accordance with the information in the hands of each board member.

F-8. PRE-APPROVE DISTRICTWIDE STUDENT FIELD TRIP DESTINATIONS AND PURPOSES PURSUANT TO N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.8

That the Board pre-approve districtwide student field trip destinations and purposes pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-5.8 in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

F-9. APPROVE DISTRICTWIDE TRAVEL AND RELATED EXPENSES PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7 AND BOARD POLICY FILE CODE 6471

That the Board approve districtwide travel and related expenses pursuant to the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:11-12, N.J.A.C. 6A:23A-7 and Board Policy File Code 6471 and in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

F-10. ACCEPT DONATIONS

That the Board accept the following donations: (a) Lors Studios - $738 – donated $6 per couple that bought photo packages from senior prom to Union High School

F-11. ADOPT FORMAL RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SALE OF PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF BONDS – CENTRAL-FIVE/JEFFERSON SCHOOL PROJECT

That the board adopt formal resolution which authorizes the sale of $6,712,000 principal amount of bonds to fund the local share of the Central-Five/Jefferson School project in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

OPERATIONS COMMITTEE

Moved by Mr. Layden, seconded by Mr. Galante resolutions O-1 through O-4 be adopted:

O-1. REPORT RECEIPT OF BIDS

Report of bids received on June 9, 2011 for Student Transportation Services for the 2011-2012 school year; bids received on June 21, 2011 for Science Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year; for Lumber Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year; for Tech. Occupational Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year; Vocational Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year; Family/Consumer Science for the 2011-2012 school year; for Musical Instrument Repairs for the 2011-2012 school year; for Piano Tuning/ Repairs for the 2011-2012 school year; bids received on July 7, 2011 for Fire Extinguisher Service and Inspection for the 2011-2012 school year; Boiler/Burner Cleaning, Service and Repairs for the 2011-2012 school year; Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector and Sprinkler System Inspections for the 2011-2012 school year; bids received on July 12, 2011 for Paper Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year; Music Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year and Musical Instruments for the 2011-2012 school year

O-2. APPROVE SECURITY DRILL STATEMENT OF ASSURANCE – BURNET MIDDLE SCHOOL

That the board approve Security Drill Statement of Assurance from Burnet Middle School in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

O-3. APPROVE DISCARD OF TEXTBOOKS

That the board approve discard of textbooks in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

O-4. APPROVE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FROM MORRIS UNION JOINTURE COMMISSION

That the board approve purchase of the following equipment from the Morris Union Jointure Commission which has been installed at Hamilton School: (a) Master clock system - $4,125; (b) Intercom system - $2,650 and (c) Window air-conditioning units - $2,300 for a total cost of $9,075.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

Moved by Mr. Layden, seconded by Mr. Galante that resolution O-5 be adopted:

O-5. APPROVE PROPOSAL FOR RENEWAL OF CONTRACT – ARAMARK

That the board approve proposal for the renewal of the board’s contract with ARAMARK and lunch prices for the 2011-2012 school year based on the following. The Board of Education finds that ARAMARK services are being performed in an effective and efficient manner. The price increase does not exceed the Index Rate and the other terms and conditions of the Contract shall remain substantially the same. This information is in accordance with the information in the hands of each board member: (1) One hundred seventy-nine (179) service days for all schools and staff; (2) Current enrollment is 7,568 students for the 2011-2012 school year; (3) There is no change in state or federal reimbursements; (4) Continued availability of government food commodities at the same quantity, quality and variety as for 2011-2012; (5) There is a $0.05 price increase for paid breakfasts and lunches at all grade levels. This increase is in line with the guidance issued by the Department of Education on April 25th; (6) Increases in food costs average 2.5% due to current market trends, increase in dairy products and decreased availability of government commodities rebate and processing programs; (7) Increase of 4% (average) in payroll cost to keep in step with the competitive labor market and the local prevailing wage scales in the food service industry; (8) To adjust the allowance for ARAMARK’s general administrative costs to $0.05 per meal served, and a management fee of $0.051 per meal served; (9) To recommend to the Board of Education of the Township of Union School District to reappoint ARAMARK for the food service management for the 2011-2012 school year as permitted by law; (10) An unlimited guaranteed return of $50,094 as per section 16F.

DISCUSSION:

Mrs. McNeil said that with regard to resolution O-5 (renewal of ARAMARK contract for the 2011-2012 school year) the board has heard the concerns of parents and she wanted to make sure that either Mr. Vieira or Mr. Damato speak to the management team about problems at Livingston School that were communicated to the board and see if there are problems at any other schools that have been reported that can be corrected. Mr. Damato said that he and Mr. Vieira would be taking care of this issue.

Mrs. Gaglione said that the issue with the money in the cafeteria accounts and that students were not given “change” was true and she knew it for a fact. She said that she had concerns if cafeteria personnel were telling parents that “they could not have the money back” in a given year; she thought this was not appropriate and it needed to be corrected.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Galante, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: Mrs. Salazar MOTION WAS CARRIED

Moved by Mr. Layden, seconded by Mr. Galante that resolutions O-6 through O-10 be adopted:

O-6. AWARD BID FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERVICE AND INSPECTION FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – ABC FIRE AND SAFETY, INC.

That the board award bid for Fire Extinguisher Service and Inspection for the 2011-2012 school year to ABC Fire and Safety, Inc., 750 Fairfield Avenue, Kenilworth, NJ in the total bid amount not to exceed $28,562.

O-7. AWARD BID FOR BOILER/BURNER CLEANING, SERVICE AND REPAIRS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – MANHATTAN WELDING COMPANY, INC.

That the board award bid for Boiler/Burner Cleaning, Service and Repairs for the 2011-2012 school year to Manhattan Welding Company, Inc., 1434 Chestnut Avenue, Hillside, NJ in the total bid amount not to exceed $125,700.

O-8. AWARD BID FOR FIRE ALARM, SMOKE DETECTOR AND SPRINKLER SERVICE AND INSPECTIONS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – UNION ALARMTRONIC, LLC

That the board award bid for Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector and Sprinkler Service and Inspections for the 2011-2012 school year to Union Alarmtronic, LLC, One Jade Meadow Drive, Springfield, NJ in the total bid amount not to exceed $7,920.

O-9. AWARD BID FOR PAPER SUPPLIES FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – PAPER MART, INC.

That the board award bid for Paper Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year to Paper Mart, Inc., 151 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ in the total bid amount not to exceed $108,571.07.

O-10. AWARD BID FOR SCIENCE SUPPLIES FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board award bid for Science Supplies for the 2011-2012 school year as follows:

Carolina Biological $ 1,463.10

Sargent-Welch 2,271.10

Science Kit & Boreal 4,332.60

Ward’s 1,781.90

Frey Scientific 85.27

Flinn Scientific 3,110.89

TOTAL BID $ 13,044.86

DISCUSSION:

Mrs. Gaglione asked a question regarding resolution O-7 which awarded bid for boiler/burner cleaning service and repairs for the 2011-2012 school year to Manhattan Welding Company. She wanted to know if this was the same company that has been providing this service and they know what they are doing. Mr. Damato said that Manhattan Welding has been providing this service for years. He said that last year the district tried a new vendor who provided a lower bid, but the low bid had to be thrown out and the bid was awarded to Manhattan Welding who was the second lowest bidder.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

Moved by Mr. Layden, seconded by Mr. Galante that resolution O-11 be adopted:

O-11. APPROVE CONTRACT FOR BEFORECARE AND AFTERCARE SERVICES FOR THE 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – Y.M.C.A. OF EASTERN UNION COUNTY

That the board approve contract for Beforecare and Aftercare services for the 2011-2012 school year with the Y.M.C.A. of Eastern Union County, 135 Madison Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: Mrs. Gaglione MOTION WAS CARRIED

Moved by Mr. Layden, seconded by Mr. Galante that resolution O-12 be adopted:

O-12. ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR REPLACEMENT PHOTOCOPY MACHINES – IKON OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC.

That the board accept proposal from Ikon Office Solutions, Inc., 19 Chapin Road, Bldg. C-North, Pine Brook, NJ for replacement of two (2) photocopy machines at Union High School Copy Room in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Moved by Mr. Galante, seconded by Mr. Nufrio that the following resolutions be adopted:

P-1. APPROVE PERSONNEL ACTIONS

That the board approve personnel action in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-2. APPROVE HOURLY RATES FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve hourly rates for the 2011-2012 year in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-3. APPROVE CURRICULUM WRITING TEAMS FOR 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve curriculum writing teams for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $20 per hour not to exceed 15 hours or $300 per person.

P-4. ACCEPT LETTERS OF RESIGNATION

That the board accept letters of resignation from the following staff: (a) Merideth Getsinger, social studies teacher at Union High School, effective July 1, 2011; (b) Kim Murano, guidance counselor at Kawameeh Middle School, effective July 1, 2011; (c) Danielle Firavanti, English teacher at Union High School, effective July 1, 2011; (d) Caroline Intveldt, science teacher at Burnet Middle School, effective July 1, 2011; (e) Danielle A. Romanyshyn, teacher assistant at Hannah Caldwell School, effective July 1, 2011; (f) Alina Loguidice, teacher assistant at Hannah Caldwell School, effective immediately.

P-5. APPROVE PAYMENT TO SAT/PSAT TESTING COORDINATOR – DE CORTE

That the board approve payment to Fatima DeCorte as SAT/PSAT Testing Coordinator at a rate of $30 per hour not to exceed fifty (50) hours or $1500 for the 2011-2012 school year.

P-6. APPROVE CERTIFIED SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER AT LIVINGSTON SCHOOL – NATIVO RODRIGUEZ

That the board approve Monica Nativo Rodriguez, certified sign language interpreter, at Livingston School for the 2011-2012 school year at a rate of $175 per hour not to exceed $2,750.

P-7. APPROVE INTERVENTION AND REFERRAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MEMBER ROLES AND STAFF MEMBERS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve Intervention and Referral Services Committee Team Member Roles and list of staff members who will serve on this committee for the 2011-2012 school year in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-8. APPROVE BEDSICE INSTRUCTION AT TRINITAS HOSPITAL AND CHILDREN’S SPECIALIZED HOSPITAL FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – UNION COUNTY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION

That the board approve Union County Educational Services Commission to provide bedside instruction at Trinitas Hospital at a rate of $56 per hour and at Children’s Specialized Hospital at a rate of $125.50 per hour for district students for the period July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 not to exceed $20,000 in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-9. APPROVE STAFF FOR 2011 EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve the following staff to perform required services for the 2011 Extended School Year for the period July 5th through July 29, 2011 at Battle Hill School: (a) Substitute Teacher Assistants/Personal Aides at a rate of $16 per hour for 4 or 4-1/2 hours per day, not to exceed $1,368: Lisa Erickson; Theresa Brennan and Joan Carroll (b) Substitute Teachers at a rate of $38.25 per hour for 4-1/2 hours per day, not to exceed $3,271: Lisa Erickson and Theresa Brennan

P-10. ACCEPT PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN THE AREA OF STUDENT SUPPORT FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR – WELLNESS MANAGEMENT SERVICES – TRINITAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

That the board accept proposal for to provide professional services in the area of student support for the 2011-2012 school year from Wellness Management Services of Trinitas Regional Medical Center, 225 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ in a total fee not to exceed $82,000 in accordance with the appended to these minutes.

P-11. APPOINT QUALIFIED PURCHASING AGEND (QPA) – VIEIRA

That the board appoint, Manuel E. Vieira as Qualified Purchasing Agent (QPA) for the 2011-2012 school year at no cost to the board.

P-12. AMEND RESOLUTION TO INCREASE WEEKLY HOURS – HERRIGEL

That the board amend resolution P-23 adopted on June 21, 2011 to increase weekly hours for Kathleen Herrigel, CPA, for the 2011-2012 school year from 20 hours per week to 30 hours per week at 38.25 per hour, not to exceed $1147.50 per week.

P-13. APPROVE CERTIFIED TEACHER TO PROVIDE HOME INSTRUCTION – ZAITZ

That the board approve Michele Zaitz, Certified Teacher to provide home instruction to homebound students at a rate of $50 per hour for the period September 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012.

P-14. APPROVE STAFF TO PROVIDE HOME INSTRUCTION FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve staff to provide home instruction to district students for the 2011-2012 school year at a rate of $38.25 per hour in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-15. APPROVE CERTIFIED TEACHERS TO PROVIDE APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA) FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve certified teachers to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at home at a rate of $50 per hour for the period September 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-16. APPROVE VENDOR TO PROVIDE BEDSIDE INSTRUCTION FOR DISTRICT STUDENTS – PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC.

That the board approve Professional Educational Services, Inc., 34 South Delsea Drive, Glassboro, NJ to provide bedside instruction for district students on an “as needed” basis for the period September 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012 in an amount not to exceed $6,000 in accordance with the information appended to these minutes. (Acct No. 7963/11-150-100-320-01-19)

P-17. APPROVE APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA) THERAPY – MAC IVER

That the board approve Ken MacIver to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy at a rate of $45 per hour not to exceed $11,880 for the 2011-2012 school year. (Acct No. 7043/11-000-216-320-01-19)

P-18. APPROVE CHILD STUDY TEAM EVALUATIONS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES – CROSS COUNTY CLINICAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

That the board approve Cross County Clinical and Educational Services for Child Study Team Evaluations in a foreign language at a rate of $770 per evaluation for the 2011-2012 school year, not to exceed $3,500 in accordance with the information appended to these minutes. (Acct No. 11-000-219-320-01-19)

P-19. AMEND SUBSTITUTE TEACHER LIST FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board amend substitute teacher list for the 2011-2012 to remove Alan McKenzie as his certification is not up to date.

P-20. APPROVE STAFF TO CONDUCT IN-HOUSE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve staff to conduct in house professional development during the 2011-2012 school year in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-21. APPROVE WAIVER APPLICATION TO NJ DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION PURSUANT TO N.J.A.C. 6A:9-6.5c

That the board approve waiver application to the NJ Department of Education pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:9-6.5c in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-22. APPROVE SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS FOR 2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR

That the board approve substitute teachers for the 2011-2012 school year in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

P-23. CREATE POSITION AND JOB DESCRIPTION – HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

That the board create a position and a job description for “Human Resources Manager in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

LEGAL/RESIDENCY COMMITTEE

Moved by Mrs. Gaglione seconded by Mr. Arminio that the following resolution be adopted:

L-1. APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

That the board approve Memorandum of Understanding in accordance with the information appended to these minutes.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: Mrs. Gaglione MOTION WAS CARRIED

APPROVAL OF BILLS

Moved by Mrs. Gaglione, seconded by Mrs. McNeil that the board concur with the bills listed in the permanent bound register in accordance with the information in the hands of each board member and be ordered for payment.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

How is the district progressing on district goals - Dr. Martin gave an update on how the district was progressing with residency investigations and removing students from the rolls that do not live in Union.

Update on Central-Five/Jefferson School project - Mr. Tatum gave an update on how the Central-Five/Jefferson School project was progressing. He stated that work was being done to relocate teachers and staff members to Hamilton, Hannah Caldwell and Connecticut Farms Schools as these were the buildings where the fifth graders would be housed for the 2011-2012 school year.

Mr. Arminio spoke about the Washington School playground.

Mrs. Gaglione commented on the residency situation within the district.

NEW BUSINESS

None

COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC

Ms. Shannon commented on the Middle School Academy.

Ms. Beckford a member of the Livingston School PTA distributed a CD to all board members about safety concerns at Livingston School.

There were many parents from Livingston School in attendance who had questions regarding ARAMARK and problems with what was being offered in the Livingston School Cafeteria with regard to children who had food allergies. They also commented on other practices in the cafeteria regarding giving change to students when they purchase lunches; student lunch accounts and how parents can get access to see what the balance of their child’s account is as well as how to get money refunded to them by the cafeteria.

Other individuals who made comments at the meeting were: Mr. Kaplow, Ms. Benjamin, Ms. Loessel, Ms. Ciampi, Ms. Hall, Ms. Lipstein and Mr. Abraham.

MOTION TO ADJOURN

There being no further business before the board, it was moved by Mr. Galante seconded by Mr. Arminio that the meeting be adjourned at 9:40 p.m.

AYE: Mr. Abraham, Mr. Arminio, Mr. Galante, Mrs. Gaglione, Mr. Layden, Mrs. McNeil, Mr. Nufrio, Mrs. Salazar and Mr. Perkins

NAY: None

ABSTAIN: None MOTION WAS CARRIED

Respectfully submitted

JAMES J. DAMATO

BOARD SECRETARY

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